The House of Representatives Committee on Environment has summoned the Environmental Health Council of Nigeria (EHCON) to appear before it Tuesday, July 8, to answer questions on some environmental infractions and their response to it.

Stating that the invitation is within the purview of the Committee's oversight functions, Mike Etaba, Chairman of the Committee, restated the resolve of the House to ensure the safety and comfort of Nigerians at all times.

"For us, the smooth living of Nigerians is job one. We must ensure their safety, well-being, and comfort always. They have been a lot of infractions in the environment sector that demand urgent explanations. We expect the council to have answers,” Etaba said weekend via a statement issued by Chooks Oko FNGE, Senior Legislative Aide to the Speaker/Head, Media.